The Science of Nature is a 4-part virtual series learning about New York and American examples of where science has been used to identify, conserve, and manage wildlife. Each 60-minute-long session will be jam-packed with educational fun. The series will unravel the DNA analysis in mammals, cloning in conservation, wildlife health, and reptiles. Experts from Cornell University, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and Cornell Wildlife Health lab cooperat

Training that helps volunteers reach their goals and provide high-quality experiences within their role is a foundational element of Volunteer Involvement across our CCE System (VIPP). Throughout the year, we’ll continue to feature bite-sized, grab-and-go resources you can easily add to your 4-H Program toolbox. Each lesson is designed to strengthen volunteer skills, spark creativity, and empower you to tell the incredible 4-H story in fun, impactful ways that connect and in

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ITHACA, N.Y. — The New York State 4-H Horse Program recently hosted the Equine Ambassadors (EA) at Cornell University, providing selected high school youth with an advanced, hands-on introduction to equine veterinary medicine, behavior, and career pathways in the agricultural and equine industries . A competitive, merit-based leadership initiative, the Equine Ambassadors Program brings together teens from across New York State and New England. Thanks to the generous support o

We invite you to consider a contribution to the 2026 Human Ecology In‑Service, hosted in collaboration with FNEC, NYS 4‑H, PRYDE, ACT for Youth, and the Parenting Project in Ithaca, New York (April 15–17, 2026). The Human Ecology In-Service invites everyone in CCE to connect and share our work in helping humans and communities thrive. The theme — improving human lives through connection and collaboration across contexts — guides our call for proposals. We are seeking: One‑h

New youth program materials from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): the Mindful Me Series : a research-informed resource designed to support emotional wellness for youth in grades K–8. The Mindful Me Series includes five activities across three age groups (K–2, 3–5, and 6–8) , featuring hands-on, age-appropriate lessons that help young people: Understand and name their emotions Build empathy and resilience Practice healthy coping strategies The program is flexibl

STAR (State Teen Action Retreat) is a premiere youth voice opportunity, open to youth ages 13-19, modeled after the National 4-H Conference. We invite 4-H teen leaders to apply to serve as a planning team member, they select an adult partner and serve to plan the STAR event. STAR is a fun-filled weekend which helps to invigorate 4-H programming across NYS and showcases positive youth development, experiential learning, agriculture, sustainable food systems, STEM, and civic en

The NYS 4-H Dog Advisory, in collaboration with the State 4-H Animal Science staff, is excited to announce the 2026 March Dog Madness! This year’s event will take place on Saturday, March 7th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The cost of the workshop is $25, which includes lunch and materials. March Dog Madness is aimed at 4-H Teens, Volunteers, and Educators interested in the 4-H Dog Program. Please note that participants are not allowed to bring their own dogs; only presenters w

This is a 3-day conference open to all NYS youth entering 8th grade and up. It includes two program tracks – University U: For teens entering 8th grade and up. Youth are introduced to Cornell through campus tours and explore a variety of topics in six different departmental workshops. Youth are randomly assigned to these UU programs. Focus for Teens: For teens entering 10th grade and up. Youth spend 2 days with a specific department. Youth select their Focus for Teens program

New Year, New NSO Opportunities! We need your insight to make 2026 the best year yet! ✨ What do you think? What do new staff need to succeed? Share your feedback through our NEW STAFF NEEDS SURVEY by January 20th to help shape the 2026 experience! New staff or not- if you have participated- we want to know what you think and if you haven't- we'd love your insight into what you see as most important to New Staff. While we will accept feedback at any time, we invite you to

Tips and tricks to help you develop a research-based training plan for your 4-H Volunteers! Training that helps volunteers reach their goals and provide high-quality experiences within their role is a foundational element of Volunteer Involvement across our CCE System (VIPP). Throughout the year, we’ll continue to feature bite-sized, grab-and-go resources you can easily add to your 4-H Program toolbox. Each lesson is designed to strengthen volunteer skills, spark creativity,

What a way to kick off the new year! Very excited for this month's session where we will highlight the inspiring stories of not one, but TWO NYS 4-H Volunteers who have received national recognition through National 4-H Council. Learn more about the Salute to Excellence Award and process and help us celebrate our amazing volunteers! Here is the registration link . PLEASE ENCOURAGE and INVITE your volunteers to attend! 4-H Volunteer Connections , are a virtual training s